QuilterGirl3 Member

I just had my six-month checkup. I think I can go off the ursodial now, but my PA didn't mention it. Thoughts?

I almost fainted yesterday. Came on suddenly. This was the first time it happened post-surgery.

I went canoeing with the hubby. So awesome.

Three weeks.

hahahahaha!

Two Centrum chewables Five Citracal Calcium One 1500 mg B12 One 65 mg Iron I was anemic last February and low on B12 and Iron. My dose is over what my RNY surgeon requires but what my PCP wants me on. I'm about one month post op and so glad to be back on my vitamins. So much more energy.

No haters in my life so far. I hit 54# lost this morning and people who didn't know I had surgery are starting to notice. All of the comments have been very positive. My husband and my parents/brother have been my biggest supporters. I have no time for haters. I would tell them to feck off, too.

Preop: 40# One Monthish (a few days shy): 14# I'll probably lose another pound by Monday, which marks one month since surgery. 15# a month is just fine with me!

I'm having the bypass. I am so excited! Today is my last pre-op education class.

Do you have sleep apnea?

I'd just eat that zucchini crust plain!

FYI -- I haven't even had my surgery yet. I guess this sugar aversion is definitely a good thing!

Thanks Rob. I'm hitting my pre-op full force. I've lost 26 lbs in the last two months as part of trying to lose as much as possible before surgery. I did my blood work yesterday and will do my EKG and final psych appointment in the next two weeks. I should have everything to submit at the end of May, two weeks before my…

Every time I start thinking this way, I just rationally remember all of the times I've not achieved keeping the weight off. This is a powerful tool that will really help me in that regard.

This will be my first surgery and first hospital stay (other than being born!)

Does it have artificial sweeteners? If so, be careful. You may pay for it later in the loo. I've tried sugar free, low carb ice cream and it was a disaster.

No, but I don't crave sweets.

Is this for the sleeve or bypass?

WLS requires a dramatic change in lifestyle. It is not a quick fix or an easy road for many people. It's also not an "easy way out" when it comes to weight loss or a cop-out, as some people think. It is still a struggle, but just in a different way. I came very close to having lap band surgery, but after completing the…